Helpful for someone who is just starting to work out? For the Brazil Butt Life fans....would you recommend the DVDs for someone who is just starting to workout and more than 10 pounds overweight?
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Kat, if you are 'just' starting to workout then the BBL would be a good starting point. I'm between intermediate and advanced and didn't even break a sweat with it. So definitely wouldn't recommend for anyone BUT beginners.
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To Karen C.:I am a naturally-big guy.I'm also a "LIFE Relations Counselor," which is a sit-on-your-butt-all-day while helping people job.So, 6 years ago I wound-up a 285 lb. Overweight, unhealthy mess.I bought "the Urban Rebounder" & all their Videos {DVDs} and started slow.6 years later, I've permanently dropped the dangerous fat & am still building muscle.YES, the "Urban Rebounder" is a spectacular exercise item that will Not crumble under a 300 lb. person.I never had any problems with my weight & the Rebounder, and there are 2 other Family members now using it.I only have to use it 20 minutes daily to keep in shape.hope that helps!P.S.: BTW, it is also a LOT OF FUN. To Karen C.:I am a naturally-big guy.I'm also a "LIFE Relations Counselor," which is a sit-on-your-butt-all-day while helping people job.So, 6 years ago I wound-up a 285 lb. Overweight, unhealthy mess.I bought "the Urban Rebounder" & all their Videos {DVDs} and started slow.6 years later, I've permanently dropped the dangerous fat & am still building muscle.YES, the "Urban Rebounder" is a spectacular exercise item that will Not crumble under a 300 lb. person.I never had any problems with my... » Read More To Karen C.:I am a naturally-big guy.I'm also a "LIFE Relations Counselor," which is a sit-on-your-butt-all-day while helping people job.So, 6 years ago I wound-up a 285 lb. Overweight, unhealthy mess.I bought "the Urban Rebounder" & all their Videos {DVDs} and started slow.6 years later, I've permanently dropped the dangerous fat & am still building muscle.YES, the "Urban Rebounder" is a spectacular exercise item that will Not crumble under a 300 lb. person.I never had any problems with my weight & the Rebounder, and there are 2 other Family members now using it.I only have to use it 20 minutes daily to keep in shape.hope that helps!P.S.: BTW, it is also a LOT OF FUN. « Show Less
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The dvd has different women doing different levels of each workout, ranging from beginner to advanced. I purchased a 5-20 adjustable kettlebell so I cud start light and increase over time. Im now following the advanced fast track program where u do 2 workouts back to back and rest the next day and so on. My goal was to lose 8 lbs in 8 weeks. Ive already lost 6.5 lbs in 6 weeks by following this program along with a clean and energizing diet of lean protein, veggies, complex carbs, nuts, 8-10 glasses of water and 1300 mg max sodium intake. Tracking my food on fitness pal app helps tremendously along with a heart rate monitor during the workouts. Best of luck! The dvd has different women doing different levels of each workout, ranging from beginner to advanced. I purchased a 5-20 adjustable kettlebell so I cud start light and increase over time. Im now following the advanced fast track program where u do 2 workouts back to back and rest the next day and so on. My goal was to lose 8 lbs in 8 weeks. Ive already lost 6.5 lbs in 6 weeks by following this program along with a clean and energizing diet of lean protein, veggies, complex carbs, nuts, 8-10 glasses of water and 1300 mg max sodium intake. Tracking my food on fitness pal app helps... » Read More The dvd has different women doing different levels of each workout, ranging from beginner to advanced. I purchased a 5-20 adjustable kettlebell so I cud start light and increase over time. Im now following the advanced fast track program where u do 2 workouts back to back and rest the next day and so on. My goal was to lose 8 lbs in 8 weeks. Ive already lost 6.5 lbs in 6 weeks by following this program along with a clean and energizing diet of lean protein, veggies, complex carbs, nuts, 8-10 glasses of water and 1300 mg max sodium intake. Tracking my food on fitness pal app helps tremendously along with a heart rate monitor during the workouts. Best of luck! « Show Less
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Would you recommend The Exhilarate Set? I'm in desperate need of a good workout (not boring) and I'm not sure which set to buy? Thanks!
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Thanks Avid Reader... I think you just inspired my boyfriend to give your path a shot! I did P90 (the original) about 10 years ago and had great results, stopped somewhere and then no longer had a VHS player, etc. I've heard such great things about P90X and knew we weren't ready for it, but this way makes a lot of sense; wish they publicized it more on their own website!
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Hi Eastcoast,I'm just finishing the month 1 DVD it's about 20min of the cardio (basically same moves as STTOldies DVDs) the toning is a little light -about 15min & the balance challenge is 10min. It's a good workout but I still do the Sweating to the Oldies 5 DVD w/ it. It's a little different than the oldies workouts but equally effective. I've lost 29lbs w/ both DVDs since Jan 16th. I love Richard Simmons too & I feel encouraged & excited to workout. I exercise 5-7 days a week. It's a worthy investment in my opinion. God bless you & I wish you well on your fitness goals.
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You don't need the extra discs. Before I started I read reviews and ppl were complaining that there the abs disc was extra. I was annoyed. BUT now that I'm on month 2 I realized you don't need to do extra abs because every DVD you get works abs in through all of the core exercises. I've found p90x3 different from p90x and Insanity in that my entire core is getting much much tighter - chest, sides, stomach... And it broke up and loosened my lower back in a very natural, healthy way.So you really don't need to do a separate abs program - you'll get nice abs from the 16 DVDs.
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Sorry If I led any readers a stray with my last comment. The Body Works has been a good investment for me. After I learned how to use it with the help of my Pilates class, (that's where I got the idea to buy one) and a return email from Weider, I wasn't using it correctly. Price, assembly and using it has been a really good thing for me. People may give up because they don't want to work that hard at gaining strength, endurance, and building muscle. The chart printed on the box shows all the positions it can be used for...... If you can afford the time, money and have the room to set up the "total gym", that's one thing. Try putting the total gym back in the same box, pay the return postage, and then waiting to have the charges reversed from the account you purchased it on. Like most mail or internet orders, they can suck you in and give you one big headache. I am a 74 year young woman and my body is getting younger every day. My Body Works was and is a good health investment. Thank you!
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The workout is very fast pace and transitions from move to move very quickly . The workout is non stop all the way through. If you are physically fit and enjoy a quick changing pace then yes I would recommend it. If you are easing back into a workout routine I would go with another of the Firms workouts that is more adaptable for beginner to intermediate.
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Hi Barbara, if you are out of shape, don't worry about it. I reviewed the dvd this am and found that many of the exercises are on the mat. It is relatively slow moving so you won't hurt anything. Whatever level you are improvement is what counts.
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I am just now 200 pounds and only exercise until Shaun has been walking. I have found all the tapes to be do-able but would consent with your Dr. as of when you could start an exercise routine.
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My wife and I bought this because we wanted to loose only about 10 pounds each. We were not really overweight, just a bit in the problem areas. We couldn't be happier with the DVD's. I have lost 13 pounds, my wife 8-9. We both look and feel much better, and we keep doing them every other day after completing the 12 weeks. I think Jillian should give out credits for all the times we tell friends how great the system is.
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Yes you will this woman has a great program. My problem is my time is limited at times with some personal issues at my house. The first two weeks I owned the program you will definitely feel the burn (in a good way) and I'm starting mine back up. In fact I have "decluttered" a lot of my other exercise dvd and sold them back to companies because this program is a good one. I'm 48 and overweight and sedentary life style and work a desk job. She has a little accent but you will adjust and I have read positive things about the program also.
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Trust me when I tell you, you WILL see results from this program! I followed the workout calendar and within the first 2 weeks I saw amazing results! I am naturally petite (112lbs 5'5" tall) but was looking to tone and shape my body, and just feel more healthy in general. This workout was not only fun (and sometimes really funny) but was challenging too. It will make your "bum bum" more full and rounded. If you have a "big booty", it will tone and shape it.. Never minimizing it! BBL is so completely worth the money! :) I guarantee you will be more than happy with the results! Trust me when I tell you, you WILL see results from this program! I followed the workout calendar and within the first 2 weeks I saw amazing results! I am naturally petite (112lbs 5'5" tall) but was looking to tone and shape my body, and just feel more healthy in general. This workout was not only fun (and sometimes really funny) but was challenging too. It will make your "bum bum" more full and rounded. If you have a "big booty", it will tone and shape it.. Never minimizing it! BBL is so completely worth the money! :) I guarantee you will be more than happy with... » Read More Trust me when I tell you, you WILL see results from this program! I followed the workout calendar and within the first 2 weeks I saw amazing results! I am naturally petite (112lbs 5'5" tall) but was looking to tone and shape my body, and just feel more healthy in general. This workout was not only fun (and sometimes really funny) but was challenging too. It will make your "bum bum" more full and rounded. If you have a "big booty", it will tone and shape it.. Never minimizing it! BBL is so completely worth the money! :) I guarantee you will be more than happy with the results! « Show Less
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Kelly, do you work for beachbody or something? These workouts are insane! You didn't even break a sweat?? I just finished Chalean Extreme, a 12 week program training with heavy weights along with some plyometrics, kickboxing, etc. It's a great workout, but that was easy compared to this. I'm no athlete, but I'm in pretty good shape. I totally disagree. BBL is NOT good for a beginner. I sweat bullets when I do this and I'm not a big sweater! Good luck Kat.
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That's a good idea! I don't think I asked Amazon for the refund; but I did ask T-Tap and they told me what they were going to do if I askedfor a refund, and they did it! I ended up just giving my CD away to someone who wanted it. I'd suggest that you start with the cheaper one to see how you like it. You can get a good workout in 15 minutes with her; the only problem is, you don't have her there to correct your form if you're not doing it correctly. Form is so important, you know.
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I did it post baby (so not that great of shape) but I did hip hop abs and alpha and beta first. Gamma is definitely tough but the modifier moves help. its been not quite 7 months since I had my baby and I'm just starting to not modify the moves but I've dropped 30 pounds already using modified moves so I think its pretty great.... it all depends on your will power. that said, Gamma's cardio is, in my opinion, better than Alpha or Beta because itseems more focus and strength oriented rather than a ton of seemingly random jumping around like Alpha and Beta. even if you can't go as fast as they do at first you can concentrate on your form and get the same results as long as you are challenging yourself. I love it and I recommend it. Good luck!